

PsychoTherapist on Why 99% Are Stuck In Past Failures (Dr. Richard Schwartz Interview)
12 snips Dec 29, 2023
Dr. Richard Schwartz, a world leading psychotherapist, discusses Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, the connection between past traumas and being stuck, and how IFS can cure anxiety and even PTSD. They explore men's mental health and societal expectations, as well as the importance of support in healing. They also touch on the way people talk about science and different parenting approaches.
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IFS and Trauma
- IFS offers a way to revisit past trauma without being overwhelmed.
- It focuses on helping inner "parts" stuck in the past to process their feelings and beliefs.
Unlocking Creativity
- Exiled inner parts hold burdens from past experiences, limiting access to creativity and openness.
- Healing these parts unlocks their positive qualities and increases overall creativity.
IFS Model of the Mind
- The IFS model views the mind as multiple sub-personalities, not a single unified psyche.
- These parts can be accessed through inner dialogue and healed for inner peace.